Dictionary
aufziehen
German → American English
American English
wind up
ein Objekt durch Drehen oder Ziehen in eine bestimmte Stellung bringen; etwas mit Spannung versehen; auch: ein Kind großziehen
Ich muss die Uhr jeden Montag aufziehen.Aufziehen is often used for clocks, toys, and also for raising or pulling something up. In everyday speech, be careful not to confuse it with the noun der Aufzug or with aufdrehen, which has a different nuance.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “aufziehen” mean in English?
“Aufziehen” can mean “to wind up,” “to raise,” “to bring up,” or “to pull up,” depending on context.
How do you use “aufziehen” with a clock?
You can say: “die Uhr aufziehen” meaning “to wind the clock.”
Does “aufziehen” always mean “wind up”?
No. It can also mean “to raise a child,” “to pull something up,” or “to set up” something like a tent.
What is the noun form of “aufziehen”?
The noun is “das Aufziehen,” but the related everyday noun is often “der Aufzug” for a lift or elevator.